Mutinous (adjective)

Relating to or characterized by open rebellion against authority, especially within a military or naval organization.

Origin:

Derived from the verb "mutiny" which refers to an open rebellion against authority, it refers to a person or group of people who take part in such a rebellion, or actions that are indicative of such rebellion.

Examples:

1. The crew"s mutinous behavior led to the captain"s dismissal.
2. The soldiers were arrested for mutinous conduct.
3. He was court-martialed for mutinous acts.
4. The mutinous sailors took control of the ship and set sail for a nearby port.
5. The mutinous crew refused to follow the captain's orders.